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Right about now you might be asking yourself, \u201cWhat exactly\xa0is\xa0a workhorse plant?\u201d In our minds it is a plant that asks little from us but delivers a whole lot to the garden. These are tough plants, capable of fitting into an array of spots and producing multiple seasons of interest. They aren\u2019t the stars (aka focal points), and they aren\u2019t the supporting cast (aka reliable performers). They are more like stage managers, ensuring that the garden always looks decent. We thought it was high time that these unsung garden heroes got some praise, since rarely are awards given to plants that are simply defined as \u201csolid.\u201d Saddle up for a long list of perennials\u2014and a few shrubs\u2014you\u2019ll be happy to have ride into your garden.